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Mr. Long asked if all that money was going to be spent just on the Landfill costs, and whether the transfer stations will be closed when mandatory pickup begins. Mr. Brooks explained that the residential levy of $52.80 is based on 1.6 units times $33.00 per WGU (Waste Generation Unit) charge. The average household generates 1.6 tons of solid waste per year. Director Pinto advised that a public hearing will be held on th i,s, s,pecj.f i c charge on September -5, 1990 at 5 :01 o'clock P.M. The transfer stations will be left open to collect certain types of wastes that can be picked up curbside, such as hazardous wastes, etc. Mr. Long felt the county is taking them for a ride, especially with the number of men and the amount of equipment that will be needed for this operation. Administrator Chandler explained that personnel and equipment are items that are reviewed at budget time and during the preliminary and final budget hearings. Chairman Eggert invited Mr. Long to the September 5th meeting which will specifically address the solid waste assessment. Kathleen Ross, 45th Place, agreed we need to do something about our garbage, but was opposed to mandatory collection because she felt that people are overtaxed right now. She wondered what happens to the people who cannot pay the fee. Attorney Vitunac stated that some action would be taken and a lien would be placed on their house. Leatha Mae Ward, resident of Gifford for 54 years, said that she lives alone now on a small pension, and feels it is very unfair for her to pay as•.much as a family with 2 or 3 children. She asked if anything is being considered about the senior citizens, because she is concerned about what will happen to the people out there who have hardships like.her. She emphasized that she worked as a volunteer for many, many. -years in this AUG 0 27P